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About Heidrick & Struggles India

Unlocking Leadership Excellence in India

We bring together the best of both worlds: over 70 years of global experience, and a deep-rooted presence in the Indian market for more than 25 years. As a trusted talent advisor, our executive search and consulting services have been instrumental in our partnership with organizations globally, locally and across all industries. 

Built upon trust and credibility, we are best positioned to help our clients address their talent needs, empowering them to navigate the complex leadership challenges of today's dynamic business landscape in India.

Board Effectiveness

Why board effectiveness is crucial for Indian companies

Months after "The Great Board Refresh", many organizations are still grappling with the challenges of building an effective board. With recruiting new directors and a change in board composition, it's important for organizations to first understand the relationship between the different types of directors and how it impacts the business. This infographic presents insights around board's varying priorities and how directors can work together to drive corporate performance through effective board management.

Boards & Governance

Board Monitor India 2024: Six ways boards are reshaping their processes to thrive now

As companies across India navigate economic uncertainty, digital transformation, and growing stakeholder expectations, boards are playing an increasingly strategic role in shaping corporate direction, ensuring effective oversight, and guiding long-term value creation. Board Monitor India 2024 provides data-driven insights into how boards are responding to these demands. The report highlights six key ways in which Indian boards are reshaping their composition, priorities, and processes to remain agile and effective in today’s complex environment.

Our client interviews

Human Resources Officers

Leadership perspectives: An interview with Pallavi Tyagi, executive vice president & group head of people experience design and future of work expertise hub at Capgemini

Capgemini’s Pallavi Tyagi discusses the changing needs of the workforce and how her organization is working to attract, develop, and retain talent.
Industrial Goods & Technology

An interview with Soumitra Bhattacharya, former president of Bosch Group in India and Managing Director at Bosch Ltd.

Soumitra Bhattacharya discusses the Indian manufacturing sector’s embrace of Industry 4.0 and how leaders can manage this confluence of people, data, and technology innovation.
Leadership Development

Interview with Amit Chopra, former chairman and managing director, India & South Asia, Thermo Fisher Scientific

Thermo Fisher Scientific’s Amit Chopra discusses the evolving skill sets of CEOs, digital transformation in the Industry 4.0 age, and why building and developing the best team is his highest priority.
Industrial

Asian leaders’ perspectives: An interview with Jai Shankar Krishnan, president at the Danaher Corporation

Jai Shankar Krishnan, vice president, high growth markets, at the Danaher Corporation, discusses new digital tools, technology, and how the manufacturing industry will embrace Industry 4.0.

Positioning India on the global manufacturing stage

As India advances its position as a global manufacturing hub, leaders must take a strategic approach to enhance competitiveness, strengthen organizational resilience, and drive long-term growth with visionary leadership.

Spotlighting the Great Board Refresh in India

Since the passing of The Companies Act in 2013 leading to The Great Board Refresh in 2024, Indian organizations are prioritizing recruitment of diverse directors to elevate boardrooms while leveling up the skillsets to be future-ready.

High-performing teams: The power of leadership

Future-ready leaders now must rethink their approach in shaping their teams as needed, focusing on strengthening teamwork to thrive amid uncertainty. Inclusive leadership creates agile, disciplined, collaborative teams.

The CMO role: Getting into the corner office

The role of the Chief Marketing Officer is becoming more multidimensional and demanding than ever. Traditional marketing will no longer drive the same results amid today’s organisational growth needs.

The evolving role of CSCOs

The evolving role of CTOs

The evolving role of CHROs

In the media
Here is what Heidrick & Struggles' India consultants are talking about.
From The Economic Times

"Major demand for roles in risk and control, cybersecurity: Heidrick & Struggles CEO" (April 2025)

Tom Monahan, Chief Executive Officer

From Entrepreneur

"India's Private Capital Sector Sees Growth in Market Sentiment: Report" (February 2025)

 Ritu Khandelia, Partner, Financial Services & Private Equity

From Business World: People

"Essential Leadership Skills For CEOs To Navigate Challenges Of 2025 & Beyond" (February 2025)

Ashutosh Khanna, Partner, Consumer Markets Practice

From The Economic Times

"Cos rushing to hire consultants, but not in traditional way" (January 2025)

Suresh Raina, Partner, global Industrial Practice

 

From People Matters

"From oversight to insight: Empowering Indian boards for long-term success" (January 2025)

Puneet Pratap Singh, Partner-in-Charge, India

From Dataquest

"Allies in leadership: The strategic role of CHROs" (November 2024)

Ajo Joseph, Principal, global Industrial Practice

From The Economic Times

"India Inc senior keen to book C-Suite for pros under 50" (July 2024)

Puneet Pratap Singh, Partner-in-Charge, India

From CXOToday

"Navigating the board refresh: Key strategies for Indian organisations" (June 2024)

Puneet Pratap Singh, Partner-in-Charge, India